Yes, thanks Rick. I worked as a machinist in factories just like that in early 70's. Agree w/ Nomad. Today's big stamping machines won't allow you to put your hands in the way of a potential stamp - but with the common sense that Nomad mentioned, and some caution and fear, I still have all my digits. The paint booth looked worst to me. Particle/dust masks can't be compared to today's pressurized air suits.
There are many books on the BMC and it's demise. "MG" by McComb is wonderful. The focus is the MG, with much crossover to BMC/British Leyland. 376 pages of history packed with photographs directly related to the text on about 90% of the pages. Makes reading easy and interesting. At $20 I can't think of a better printed deal.